#MacArthur mastered info warfare: strategic messaging + showmanship = victory. Mike Posey shows how Mac weaponized his image to project authority. From "I shall return" to "Old Soldiers Never Die," his legacy teaches that #perception is everything #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/mac...

How do "sunk costs" influence wartime decisions? @jpclark97.bsky.social interviews @mightymight7.bsky.social on his book, "When Presidents Fight the Last War." Discover how lessons from #Vietnam drove presidents to cut losses or "double down" #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/sun...

The @usarmy.bsky.social's #culture is distorted by "narrative fallacies" These #myths hurt #morale & #retention. George Fust urges #leaders to use the #SWAN Method (Start With Another Narrative) to replace pessimism w/ truth. Rewrite the script! #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/arm...

The conversation on defending against #sUAS continues. Paul Lushenko & Tom Spahr discuss the new Joint Interagency Task Force 401 a whole-of-govt approach focusing on #warfighter lethality, moving beyond "admiring the problem." #WARROOM #JIATF401 warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/jia...

@michaelneiberg.bsky.social & @peterpomerantsev.bsky.social discuss #propaganda at #CVHF2024! Hear the parallels between #WWII & #Ukraine, focusing on Sefton Delmer's counter-Nazi "fake news" tactics. Essential listening for current events! #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/mod...

#Hallyu (the Korean Wave) isn't just entertainment—it's nat’l power. S Korea has invested in culture for econ growth & global influence. Steph Sellers & Qingan Leasure show how K-Pop idols act as key ambassadors, strengthening alliances #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/cul...

Taiwan's "porcupine defense" aims to stop a #Chinese invasion. Jay Hsieh & Pete Roongsang say new policies need faster innovation & US aid synchronization. Sim tng & a domestic UAV industry are key to readiness. They join Tom Galvin #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/por...

In '14 #Ukrainian COL Ihor Hordiichuk, rcvd the order "Hold the ground at all hazards!" Like #Chamberlain at #Gettysburg he defended his position. For his valor, he was named a Hero of #Ukraine. Larry Goodson & Jim Gordon tell his tale #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/cha...

Mil planner Shane McNeil argues applying #projectmanagement principles to DoD campaigns brings clarity & discipline. Defining a campaign as a project utilizes a proven #framework to manage #scope, track progress, & deliver measurable #results #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/pro...

In his new book, 𝘞𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘞𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘰𝘯, Grant Golub explains how Henry Stimson transformed the WWII War Dept into a political force, cementing the military's influence on U.S. foreign policy. He joins Jadwiga Biskupska in the studio #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/hen...

#DoD's #USMAP pgm is a powerful, underutilized tool. Soldiers can earn a journeyman cert for the work they already do, strengthening skills & NCO mentorship. Aaron Workman says promoting it is a win for professional development & recruiting #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/app...

The final #TRADOC cdr, Gen Gary Brito joins @jpclark97.bsky.social to discuss the U.S. Army's "continuous transformation" & the new T2COM. GEN Brito emphasizes that the Army being ready to #fightandwin depends on army leaders at all echelons #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/tra...

The U.S. Army War College is using AI to modernize wargaming. Inspired by 19th-century "Free Kriegsspiel" Spahr, Mandle & Stinchfield explain how LLMs create detailed, realistic scenarios. Instructors focus on strategy & learning not complex rules #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/bac...

Historian Stephan Kieninger discusses his new book on former Dep Sec of State Strobe Talbott w/ Ron Granieri. They discuss Talbott's belief that both NATO expansion and engagement with Russia were achievable, a dynamic that remains relevant today #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/the...

The USAWC's Jnt Warfighting Pgm trains future ldrs for complex conflicts. Instructors Chase Metcalf & Bill Donnelly aim to develop intellectual agility, operational acumen, & strategic foresight crucial in the op lvl of war #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/joi...

The "elastic mindset" & "effectual logic" focus on using available means to adapt, rather than an end-state approach based on specific threats like Russia & China. Mike Smith & Kurt McDowell share the AY25 Futures Seminar findings #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/ela...

Functional areas created by the Army in the 70s are accused of causing "brain drain". @strategerist.bsky.social & Halleran argue they're key to retaining hi-quality ofcrs, w/ nearly 2/3 surveyed saying they would have left w/o the option to switch #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/fun...

The #BattleofMogadishu was just 1 day in a 2.5-year msn to rebuild a nation. @the-irish-texan.bsky.social author of Beyond Black Hawk Down, @jpclark97.bsky.social to discuss lsns from Somalia foreshadowing challenges later in #Iraq & #Afghanistan #WAR_ROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/som...

#AI is transforming modern warfare in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. #Drones cause 70-80% of casualties, with AI-powered targeting boosting accuracy. David Kirichenko raises ethical concerns about machines making life-or-death decisions. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/ais...

Ready for a deep dive into #data & defense? First Army's Melissa Sayers shares how her team uses data-driven insights to help the @armyreserve.bsky.social‬ & U.S. National Guard prepare for their missions. She joins Tom Spahr in the studio #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/sea...

The U.S. Army's "transformation in contact" prepares for multi-domain ops. It requires a break from the past to create a new norm. A well-communicated plan traverses the "middle space" - old ways are gone & new ones aren't yet established #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/tra...

Maria Gregory a recent grad of the U.S. Army War College shares her top tips for success! She went from apprehensive to transformed & shares her #CarlisleExperience lessons w/ Liz Woodworth hoping to help others thrive during their studies #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/app...

Russia's invasion of Ukraine tests the #UN Charter's Article 2(4), which prohibits the use of force. The UN's structural limits & a fragmented global response have hindered enforcement, yet the article remains a vital guide for diplomacy #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/un-...

Sapriya McLendon discusses leading the 513th MIB-T, providing CENTCOM's intel picture, & their innovative AI-ready approach. She shares her thoughts on the region and the 513th's role w/ host Tom Spahr #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/ai-...

Farewell to MG David Hill, the 53rd Commandant of the U.S. Army War College. Thank you for your incredible support, wisdom, and guidance over the years. We wish you the best of luck in what lies ahead, sir. Welcome to MG Trevor Bredenkamp. We look forward to working with you, sir.

The Chief of Staff says war's character is rapidly changing due to disruptive tech. Sam White proposes 6 characteristics for the #Armyof2040! Not just new gear, his vision prepares the force for future challenges, learning from Force XXI. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/arm...

Author of "Training for Victory," Frank Sobchak joins Ron Granieri to unpack Security Force Assistance (#SFA). They discuss measuring success & avoiding deeper US combat. Listen to the 5 factors he IDs for success #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/tra...

From the WWII "Ghost Army" to countering modern digital disinformation, strategic comm has evolved. Mari Eder reminds us that while the U.S. Army adapts to new threats, the timeless principle remains: actions must align with words #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/det...

How does the U.S. manage its complex relationship w/#China? Our latest Eisenhower Series ep explores deterrence for peace, historical drivers of war & the tension between competition & vital cooperation in fields like #medicine #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/par...

For effective military ldrs, #PME needs more hands-on training! Gen. Syed Najeeb Ahmad (Ret.) advocates for multi-day war games. He stresses integrity, intelligence, & leadership as key traits. He says it's time for PME to balance #theory & #practice! warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/the...

Allies & influence - Erik Sarson on & Anna Scott from the USAWC's #EisenhowerSeries join @rjgranieri.bsky.social‬ as they explore the strength of U.S. #partnerships, from the State Partnership Pgm to the "special relationship" with the UK. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/all...

It's time for our summer publication pause. Our staff needs to reset for the new academic year & spend a little time with their families over the Independence Day holiday. But we will be back with all new episodes & articles starting on July 15th. warroom.armywarcollege.edu

On the 75th anniversary of the #KoreanWar, remember the lessons of the "Forgotten War." A post-WWII drawdown left the U.S. unprepared, costing 36,000+ American lives. Andy Bogusky & John Nagl remind us, preparedness prevents conflict. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/kor...

#Cyber vulnerabilities undermine the effectiveness of #coercion, argues Craig Booth. Adversaries' ability to #hack US systems weakens deterrence. Cyber #resilience is crucial for national leverage. w/ @dwdriver.bsky.social #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/cyb... #Cyber#coercion#hack#resilience#WARROOMtudio on Freepik

To go with the U.S. Army's 250th birthday, COL Chase Metcalf, a 30-year soldier, reflects on the new FM 1--the "Army's professional conscience in print," using stories to define an ethos of trust and character. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/fm-1/

Sean Shields recounts leading the 20th Engineer Bde during #HurricaneHelene relief. He discusses collaborating w/ #FEMA & the U.S. National Guard & using the #Maven system on an unclass network for the 1st time. w/ Tom Spahr #WAR_ROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/cas...

#Drones threaten U.S. space & air defense by targeting power, comms & halting #intel. Expect "dudfields" from future swarms. Fred Corcoran stresses combined #EOD, #SpaceForce & #AirDefense Artillery tng or risk greater damage #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/boo...

Learning from stalemates in #Ukraine, the ‪@usarmy.bsky.social‬'s 20th Engineer Bde has a new approach. Sean Shields' Sandhills Project uses cheap, scalable robots to breach defenses, restore maneuver & keep soldiers safe. w/ Tom Spahr #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/cas...

Congratulations to the graduates of Academic Year 2025 at the United States Army War College! Now get out there and lead!

Mystery #drones buzzed U.S. cities & bases in 2024 and 2025! Drone strategist Paul Lushenko discussed the domestic & battlefield threat w/ Tom Spahr. He emphasized refining #doctrine, #training & #policy to counter evolving #UAS challenges #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/vul...

Leaders overwhelmed by stress & digital distractions? Kelly Ihme & Maurice Sipos developed "Peak Mind" at the USAWC to help! This #neuroscience-backed course trains mil ldrs in #attentionalcontrol & #stressmanagement for sharper decision-making warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/dis...

2025 Strat Landpower Symposium: Gen Xavier Brunson, cmdr US Forces Korea, spoke on rekindling the "emotion" behind int'l supt for S. Korea, balancing "fight tonight" readiness w/ #modernization, & #leveraging #alliances as a competitive advantage #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/bru...

Assessment Based Tailorable Education (ABTE) is the biggest change at the U.S. Army War College in 70 years, prepping officers for future strategic & combat roles. Ed Kaplan & John Nagl outline the #personalized learning paths & specialized tracks. #WAR_ROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/abte

Jeong-Hoon, #ROK's political military training, is unusual for a democracy but crucial due to the ongoing ideological struggle with #NorthKorea. How can it adapt to serve new generations of #conscripted service members? #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/jeo...

How do senior military leaders cope with demanding careers & mid-life stress? Laura Weimer says it's about #identity, #meaning, & #purpose for #resilience & effective #leadership. She's in the studio with @jpclark97.bsky.social‬ to explain #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/res...

Russia's #hypersonic missiles (like Khinzal & Zircon) challenge U.S./Europe defenses, while alliances with N. Korea & Iran boost Russia's capabilities. Eric Uribe says the U.S. must adapt its strategy to counter these growing dangers. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/hyp...

#AI & #strategy: A new approach! The Carlisle Scholars Program used AI in the U.S. Army War College Strategy Competition to enhance complex strategic planning. Hear how they fared in our latest episode #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/ai-...

From "box of books" to virtual engagement! The U.S. Army War College's distance learning pgm has evolved to create a rich experience for sr leaders. Learn about the Carlisle Experience for Distance Learners (#CEDL) w/Stephen Messenger & Jolene Trout #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/cedl

#Unmanned aircraft systems (#UAS) like #drones aren't revolutionizing war as much as hyped. Layton Mandle claims they’re tactical advancements, not a complete game-changer. Full #autonomy could change that, but it's risky. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/uas...